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Regents defend review that flags 62 low‑producing programs as they develop performance funding

Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education presentation to the Oklahoma House budget committee · January 26, 2026
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The Regents said a program review identified 41 programs for deletion and 21 for suspension to better align academic offerings with workforce needs; officials said programs are initially flagged by enrollment counts but institutions can request exceptions and present plans to strengthen offerings.

Regents leadership told lawmakers their comprehensive review of degree programs produced recommendations to delete 41 low‑producing programs and suspend 21 others, a total of 62 changes designed to better align academic offerings with workforce demand and institutional priorities.

Chancellor Burridge said programs were initially flagged based on enrollment and degree production metrics and that institutions may seek exceptions or propose plans to increase…

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